NHTSA recall 22V-640 (22V640000)
latches, locks and linkages recall reported August 25, 2022 - about 120,688 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 22V640000
- Also written as
- 22V-640
- Manufacturer number
- A222359300
- Reported
- August 25, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- ~120,688
- Component
- latches, locks and linkages
What is being recalled
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Spark EV vehicles. The secondary hood latch may corrode at the latch pivot, preventing the hood latch from properly engaging.
Why it is dangerous
A hood latch failure can result in the vehicle's hood opening unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will replace the hood striker assembly and hood latch assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A222359300. This recall supersedes and expands NHTSA recall number 14V-593. Vehicles previously repaired under 14V-593 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-640 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.